GoPro HERO6 User Manual

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CHANGING MODES WITH THE MODE BUTTON
The  Mode  button lets you quickly cycle through the capture modes that 
you set. For example, if you previously selected Video in Video mode, 
Night Photo in Photo mode, and Time Lapse Video in Time Lapse mode, 
pressing the Mode  button cycles through those capture modes. Note that 
Burst photo always appears in this cycle. 
NAVIGATING WITH THE BUTTONS
If you use the camera under water, use the buttons and the camera   
status screen to change modes and settings.
Note: The Connections and Preferences menus are not available when navigating with 
the buttons.
1.  With the camera powered on, hold down the Mode  button [  ] 
 
and press the Shutter  button [
  ].
2.  Use the Mode  button [  ] to scroll through the settings.
 
NAVIGATING YOUR GOPRONAVIGATING YOUR GOPRO
3. Press the Shutter  button [
  ] to move through the options within a 
setting. To select an option, leave the option highlighted.  
4. To exit, select one of these options:
•  Press and hold the Shutter  button [
  ].
•  Press the Mode  button  [  ] repeatedly until you get to Done, 
then press the Shutter  button [
  ] to select it. 
						

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MAP OF MODES AND SETTINGS
Auto Low Light
Burst
FOV
FPS
High Dynamic Range 
(HDR)
Interval
Looping
Manual Audio Control
Night Photo
Night Lapse Photo
Photo Mode / Photo
Protune
MAP OF MODES AND SETTINGS
Rate
R AW Form at
Resolution (RES)
Shutter
Time Lapse Mode
Time Lapse Photo
Time Lapse Video
Video Mode / Video
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CAPTURING VIDEO AND PHOTOS
With this method, you leave the camera powered on and capture, as 
needed. You can use the touch display to preview your shots and change 
modes and settings before capturing.
1.  If needed, select a different mode:
a. Tap the icon in the lower left corner of the touch display.
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b.  Tap one of the mode icons at the top of the screen.
c.  Tap a capture mode in the list below it. 
2. If needed, select different settings. For details about settings,   
see  Video Mode: Capture Modes  (page 45),  Photo Mode: Capture 
Modes  (page 57), or  Time Lapse Mode: Capture Modes  (page 
63).
CAPTURING VIDEO AND PHOTOSCAPTURING VIDEO AND PHOTOS
3.  Press the Shutter  button [
  ]. The camera beeps and the camera 
status lights flash while the camera is capturing.
4.  To stop capturing video or time lapse, press the Shutter  button [
 
 ]. 
The camera beeps and the camera status lights flash quickly.
PRO TIP:  You can also capture video and photos using voice commands. 
For details, see Controlling Your GoPro with Your Voice (page 30) .
ADDING HILIGHT TAGS
You can mark specific moments in your video during recording or playback 
with HiLight Tags. HiLight Tags make it easy to find the best highlights   
to share.
While recording or playing back video, press the Mode  button [ 
 ].
PRO TIP
: You can also add HiLight Tags during recording with the 
GoPro app, Voice Control, or the Smart Remote.                          
						

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SETTINGS FOR YOUR ACTIVITIES
For best results, use the guidelines below when capturing specific 
activities. 
ActivityVideo Setting Photo Capture Mode
Automobile • 1080p60, Wide FOV 
•  2.7K120, Wide FOV
•  4K60, Wide FOV Photo or continuous 
photo, Wide FOV
Family/travel • 1080p60, Wide FOV
•  4K60, Wide FOV Photo or continuous 
photo, Wide FOV
Cycling, 
mountain biking • 
1080p60,   
SuperView FOV
•  1440p60, Wide FOV
•  2.7K60 4:3, Wide FOV Time Lapse Photo 
(2-second Interval), 
Wide FOV
Hiking • 1440p30, Wide FOV
•  4K30 4:3, Wide FOV Time Lapse Photo 
(5-second Interval), 
Wide FOV, or Photo, 
Wide FOV
Flying the 
Karma Drone • 
1080p60, Linear FOV
•  4K60, Wide FOV Time Lapse Photo 
(2-second Interval), 
Wide FOV, or Photo 
with RAW Format 
setting on and Wide 
FOV
Activity
Video Setting Photo Capture Mode
Motorcycle, 
motocross • 
1080p60,   
SuperView FOV
•  2.7K60 4:3, Wide FOV Time Lapse Photo 
(2-second Interval), 
Wide FOV
Skiing, 
snowboarding 
(n o n - P O V
*) • 
1080p120, Wide FOV
•  1080p240, Wide FOV
•  2.7K120, Wide FOV
•  4K60, Wide FOV Burst (30/3 Rate), 
Wide FOV
Skiing, 
snowboarding 
(POV
*) • 
1440p60, Wide FOV
•  2.7K60 4:3, Wide FOV Time Lapse Photo 
(0.5-second Interval), 
Wide FOV, or Burst 
(30/3 Rate), Wide 
FOV
Surfing • 1080p240, Wide FOV Time Lapse Photo 
(5-second Interval), 
Wide FOV
Underwater 
activities • 
1080p60, Wide FOV
•  4K60, Wide FOV Time Lapse Photo 
(2-second Interval), 
Wide FOV
Water activities • 1080p120, Wide FOV
•  1080p240, Wide FOV
•  2.7K120, Wide FOV Time Lapse Photo 
(5-second Interval), 
Wide FOV
*Point of view (POV) shots are those taken from your point of view. Non-POV shots are 
those taken from a different perspective (for example, with the camera mounted on a ski 
pole or surfboard).  
PRO TIP: Get an awesome video of your activity—automatically. For 
details, see Creating a QuikStory (page 41).
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QuikCapture is the easiest way to capture video or time lapse photos 
with HERO6 Black. Because the camera is powered on only when it is 
capturing, you also conserve battery power.
CAPTURING VIDEO WITH QUIKCAPTURE 1.  With the camera powered off, press the Shutter  button [
 
 ]. 
Your camera powers on, beeps several times, and automatically 
 
begins capturing video. The camera status lights blink while the 
camera is recording. 
2.  To stop recording, press the Shutter  button [
 
 ] again. 
  The camera stops recording, beeps several times, and automatically 
powers off.
To capture other types of video or photos, see Capturing Video and 
Photos  (page 24) .
QUIKCAPTURE
CAPTURING TIME LAPSE PHOTOS WITH QUIKCAPTURE
In addition to showing how a scene changes over time, time lapse photos 
are also useful for capturing a series of photos to be sure you get the shot 
you want.
1.  With the camera powered off, press and hold the Shutter  button  
[  
 ] for three seconds until capture begins. 
3 sec
 
Your camera powers on, beeps several times, and automatically   
begins capturing time lapse photos. The camera status lights blink 
once for each photo captured. 
2.  To stop capturing, press the Shutter  button [
 
 ] again. 
  The camera stops recording, beeps several times, and automatically 
powers off to maximize battery life.
To capture other types of video or photos, see Capturing Video and 
Photos  (page 24) .
TURNING QUIKCAPTURE OFF
QuikCapture is on by default, but you can turn it off, if needed.
1.  From the main screen, swipe down.
2.  Tap Preferences > QuikCapture.
3.  Ta p  O ff.
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You can control your HERO6 Black with your voice using a set of specific 
commands (see list below).
Note: Voice Control performance may be impacted by distance, wind, and noisy   
conditions. Keep the product clean and clear of debris.
USING VOICE CONTROL
Voice Control works best when you and your GoPro are in close proximity.
1.  From the main screen, swipe down.
2.  Ta p  [  
 ] to turn on Voice Control.Note: You can also turn Voice Control on or off from the Preferences menu. Tap 
Preferences > On Camera Voice Control, then select an option.
3.  If this is the first time you turned on voice control, confirm or change 
the voice control language. 
4.  Say a command from List of Voice Commands  (page 31).
5.  To turn off Voice Control manually, swipe down on the main screen, 
then tap [ 
 ]. Voice Control also turns off when your camera 
automatically powers off. For details, see Auto Off  (page 82) .
PRO TIP: To extend the voice control of your camera in windy and noisy 
environments, use Remo (Waterproof Voice Activated Remote). For details, 
visit gopro.com.
CONTROLLING YOUR GOPRO WITH   
YOUR VOICE
LIST OF VOICE COMMANDS
Two types of commands are available with Voice Control: 
•  Action commands let you immediately capture video or photos.   
For example, if you just stopped recording video, you can say the 
command to take a photo or begin capturing time lapse—without   
having to first change the mode.
•  Mode commands are useful if you want to quickly select a mode and 
then use the Shutter  button to capture. 
Your camera does not need to be in a specific mode to capture video or 
photos. You can use the action commands from any mode. Your camera 
captures video or photos based on the settings you previously selected.
Action Command Description
GoPro turn on Powers on the camera [see Powering 
On Your GoPro with Your Voice  (page 
33)  for details]
GoPro start recording Starts capturing video
GoPro HiLight  Adds a HiLight Tag to video  
during recording
That was sick Adds a HiLight Tag to video  
during recording
GoPro stop recording Stops capturing video
GoPro take a photo Captures a single photo
GoPro shoot burstCaptures burst photos
GoPro start time lapse Starts capturing time lapse
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Action CommandDescription
GoPro stop time lapse Stops capturing time lapse
GoPro turn off Powers off the camera
GoPro edit my story Moves video and photos from your 
most recent session (based on location 
and date) to your phone to create a 
QuikStory
™
Note: If the QuikStories feature is turned 
on in the GoPro app, video and photos are 
automatically moved from your camera 
to your phone to create a QuikStory. This 
voice command lets you move the content 
immediately instead of waiting for the   
automatic process.
Mode Command Description
GoPro Video mode Changes the camera mode to Video   
(does  not capture video)
GoPro Photo mode Changes the camera mode to Photo 
mode (does not capture photos)
GoPro Burst mode Changes the camera mode to Burst 
mode (does not capture burst photos)
GoPro Time Lapse mode Changes the camera mode to  
Time Lapse (does not  capture time  
lapse photos)
For the most updated list of commands, visit gopro.com/help .
CONTROLLING YOUR GOPRO WITH  
YOUR VOICE
PRO TIP: If you are recording video or time lapse, you must stop recording 
before issuing a new command. 
POWERING ON YOUR GOPRO WITH YOUR VOICE
With this setting, your GoPro responds to voice commands when it is 
powered off. This setting is in effect for 8 hours after you power off your 
GoPro.
1.  From the main screen, swipe down.
2.  Tap [ 
 ] to turn on Voice Control.
3.  Tap Preferences > Wake On Voice (in the Voice Control section).
4.  Ta p  O n .
5.  Power off the camera using either the voice command or the Mode  
button [ 
  ].
6.  Say a command from List of Voice Commands  (page 31).
CHANGING YOUR VOICE CONTROL LANGUAGE 1.  From the main screen, swipe down.
2.  Tap Preferences > Language (in the Voice Control section).
3.  Tap a language.
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You can play back your content on a mobile device, a computer, the 
camera’s touch display, or a TV. 
VIEWING VIDEO AND PHOTOS ON A MOBILE DEVICE 1.  Connect your camera to GoPro app. For details, see Connecting to 
the GoPro App  (page 39).
2.  Use the controls on the app to play back your footage on your 
smartphone/tablet.
PRO TIP: While playing back your video with the GoPro app, you can mark 
the best moments by tapping [  ] to add a HiLight Tag.
VIEWING VIDEO AND PHOTOS ON A COMPUTER
To play back your video and photos on a computer, you must first   
transfer these files to a computer. For details, see Offloading Your 
Content  (page 41) .
You can also play back content by inserting the microSD card directly 
into a computer. With this method, playback resolution depends on the 
resolution of the computer and its ability to play back that resolution.
When viewing files on a microSD card or in your computer’s file directory, 
you can see that videos are saved as both .mp4 and .lrv files. Files with an 
.lrv extension cannot be played or shared directly.
PLAYING BACK YOUR CONTENTPLAYING BACK YOUR CONTENT
VIEWING VIDEO AND PHOTOS ON YOUR HERO6 BLACK 1.  Swipe right to access your video and photos. If your microSD card 
contains a lot of content, it might take a minute for it to load. 
2.  To display only a certain type of content, select a filter: 
•  Media - Displays all videos and photos.
•  HiLights - Displays content that includes a HiLight Tag.
•  Photos - Displays photos, including those that are part of a series 
(continuous, burst, time lapse, night lapse).
•  Video - Displays videos. Swipe up to scroll through the 
thumbnails.  
Note: For multi-shot photo series, the thumbnail displays the first photo in 
the series.
3. Tap a video or photo to open it in full-screen view.Note: For multi-shot photo series, press and hold to open the series.4. To add a HiLight Tag, tap [  ]. HiLight Tags make it easy to find   
the best video and photos to share.
5.  To return to the thumbnails screen, tap [ 
 ].
6.  To exit, swipe down.
DELETING VIDEO AND PHOTOS FROM YOUR HERO6 BLACK 1.  Swipe right to access your video and photos.
2.  Tap [ 
 ].
3.  Tap the items that you want to delete. To delete everything on the 
card, tap [ 
 ].
4.  Tap [  ].
5.  Tap Delete. 
						

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SAVING A PHOTO FROM A SERIES
You can save an individual photo from a burst, time lapse photo, or night 
photo series. 
1.  Swipe right, then tap the photo series that contains the photo that 
you want to save.
2.  Press and hold the series to open it.
3.  Tap [ 
 ] to move through the series.
4.  Tap [  ] to save a photo outside of the series. 
VIEWING VIDEO AND PHOTOS ON AN HDTV
For details, see Using Your Camera with an HDTV  (page 37).
PLAYING BACK YOUR CONTENT
VIEWING VIDEOS AND PHOTOS ON AN HDTV
You can connect your camera to an HDTV and view your content on the 
large screen. This playback requires a micro HDMI cable (sold separately).
Note: HDMI playback depends on the resolution of the device, and is certified up   
to 1080p.
1.  Power on the camera.
2.  Tap Preferences > HDMI Output > Media. 
3.  Use a micro HDMI cable to connect the HDMI port on the camera to 
a n  H DT V.
4.  Select the HDMI input on your TV.
5.  Press the Mode  button [ 
 ] to move through the controls, 
 
then press the Shutter  button [
  ] to select the control. 
 
For example, to move through each thumbnail, press the Mode   
button  [ 
  ] to move to [  
], then press the Shutter  button [
  ]
repeatedly to move through the files.
6.  To open a file in full-screen view, tap [ 
 ].
You can also play back content by inserting the microSD card directly into 
a compatible TV. With this method, playback resolution depends on the 
resolution of the TV and its ability to play back that resolution.
PRO TIP: When viewing your videos and photos on an HDTV, you can also 
navigate using gestures on the touch display.
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CAPTURING VIDEO AND PHOTOS WHILE CONNECTED TO  
AN HDT V 
This option lets you see the live preview from your camera when it is 
connected to an HDTV or monitor.
1.  Power on the camera.
2.  Tap Preferences > HDMI Output, then select one of these options:
•  To display your camera’s live preview with the icons from the touch 
display, tap Monitor.
•  To display your camera’s live preview on the HDTV without the 
icons or overlays that you see during recording on the camera’s 
touch display, tap Live.
3.  Use a micro HDMI cable to connect the HDMI port on the camera to 
a n  H DT V.
4.  Select the HDMI input on your TV.
5.  Use the Shutter  button [
 
 ] on the camera to start and 
 
stop recording.
USING YOUR CAMERA WITH AN HDTV
CONNECTING TO THE G OPRO  APP
With the GoPro app, your HERO6 Black footage automatically moves to 
your phone and transforms into a QuikStory
™—an awesome video with 
effects and music. You can also use the app to control your GoPro, create 
short clips, share your favorites, and more. 
Connecting to the GoPro App for the First Time 1.  Download the GoPro app to your mobile device from the Apple
© App 
Store© or Google Play™.
2.  Follow the app's on-screen instructions to connect your camera. 
Note for iOS: When prompted, be sure to allow notifications from the GoPro app 
so you know when a QuikStory is ready. For more information, see Creating a 
QuikStory  (page 41)
.
Connecting to the GoPro App after the First Time
After connecting to the GoPro app for the first time, you can connect in 
the future through the Connections menu on the camera. 1.  If your camera’s wireless is not already turned on, swipe down, then 
tap Connections > Wireless Connections. 
2.  In the GoPro app, follow the on-screen instructions to connect   
your camera.
CONNECTING TO THE SMART REMOTE OR REMO
For details about connecting HERO6 Black to the Smart Remote or Remo 
(Waterproof Voice Activated Remote), see the user manual for the device 
at  gopro.com/help .
CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES